Dictionary Check: stab

"stab" is a valid word!

Scrabble 6 points
Words with Friends 7 points

Definition

noun

a sudden sharp feeling

Example: "pangs of regret"
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noun

a strong blow with a knife or other sharp pointed instrument

Example: "one strong stab to the heart killed him"
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noun

informal words for any attempt or effort

Example: "he gave it his best shot"
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verb

use a knife on

Example: "The victim was knifed to death"
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verb

stab or pierce

Example: "he jabbed the piece of meat with his pocket knife"
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jab
verb

poke or thrust abruptly

Example: "he jabbed his finger into her ribs"
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